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AUX 785T

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

61,957 mi
Last recorded61,957 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUX 785T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 61,957 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 61,957 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 60,868 miles

Front Front Brake Discs have slight run out

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 59,682 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 57,511 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 57,488 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 55,887 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 55,847 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

luggage rack bracket insecure but not fouling

Pass 10 May 2014 53,074 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 May 2013 50,811 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 65,636 miles

throttle speed affected slightly on lock to lock

Pass 27 Jun 2011 65,636 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 65,636 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 65,636 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 65,632 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 65,600 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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AUX 785T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AUX 785T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AUX 785T registered?

AUX 785T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is AUX 785T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUX 785T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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